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“Sandy was my mother's cousin, and they were close growing up. I'm not sure if that makes Sandy my uncle or not, we simply called him Sandy. What I...Read More »
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1 of 40 | Posted by: Kenneth Naccarato - Richmond, VA

“Genie,What a shock when Sue called to tell me George had passed away. What a perfectly beautiful person he was and such a terrific salesman.I had the...Read More »
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2 of 40 | Posted by: Victor Joliat - Allentown, PA

“My nick name for Sandy was "The Mayor" because he was always engaged in conversation with someone when I would see him at the gym. And I would...Read More »
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3 of 40 | Posted by: VINCE PONZIO - Mt.Lebanon, PA

“Sandy will be missed! I loved hearing him speak about the Blessed Mother and seeing him at mass or at Starbucks. I always knew that my intentions...Read More »
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4 of 40 | Posted by: Andrea Jackson - Carnegie, PA

“I new Sandy from local Starbucks over a cup of coffee and a positive conversation just reading all his messages it would be everybody's dream to walk...Read More »
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5 of 40 | Posted by: A friend

“Dear Jeannie & Linda,We are so sorry to hear of Sandy's death. I always enjoyed our conversations we had while I was out walking. You had our...Read More »
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6 of 40 | Posted by: Bob & Linda Kelley - Pittsburgh, PA

“Dear Jeannie & Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about Sandy's passing, he was truly a kind gentle man. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him....Read More »
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7 of 40 | Posted by: Bev & Gary Hallas - PA

“A beautiful angel has left this earth, but because he lived here, it is a much better place. By his example, his spirituality and his kindness he has...Read More »
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8 of 40 | Posted by: Andrew McGraw - PA - Friend

“Jeannie and Linda - our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. I have known George since 1974, and he was truly a unique...Read More »
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9 of 40 | Posted by: Layton Dodson - Fogelsville, PA

“A beautiful angel has left this earth, but because he lived here, it is a much better place. By his example, his spirituality and his kindness, he...Read More »
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10 of 40 | Posted by: Andrew McGraw - PA - Friend

“I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Sandy. He always put a smile on my face when I worked at Carnegie Coffee Company. Sandy would come in all...Read More »
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12 of 40 | Posted by: Sarah Sams - Carnegie

“To Jeanne a message with tears in my eyes and a warm heart for you and George, a man that respected, enjoyed,and missed. I know that this is a tough...Read More »
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13 of 40 | Posted by: Barry Armstrong - Greenville, SC

“Jeannie and Linda. DSo sorry about your hushand father, He help me pray always had a great smile. Nnever a said word from him. Just giving...Read More »
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14 of 40 | Posted by: A friend

“This man was truly an angel in disguise. He was so kind to me and ALWAYS a gentleman who put God and his family first. I was honored to have known...Read More »
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16 of 40 | Posted by: Amelia Nychis - PA

“I met Sandy while walking my dogs in the neighborhood. I also would see him at the gym. He had a kind infectious smile and spoke lovingly of his...Read More »
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17 of 40 | Posted by: Kim Rivera - Carnegie, PA

“Jeannie - our heartfelt condolences to you and your daughter regarding the loss of Sandy. You have suffered great pain in this world with the loss...Read More »
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18 of 40 | Posted by: Richard/Bernadette Froats - PA

“I met Sandy in the hospital. We both had the same disease. Sandy, within that day, became second family. Being younger than Sandy, made him a man I...Read More »
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19 of 40 | Posted by: Greg Kelmeckis - Munhall, PA

“I am very sorry for your loss. My father William Brown said" Sandy was a great Guy". He can't come to the funeral because he is in the hospital...Read More »
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20 of 40 | Posted by: A friend

“Dear Jeanne and Linda,We were so very sad to hear of George's passing. I originally got to know him when he became a client so many years ago - his...Read More »
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21 of 40 | Posted by: Pat tyand Dan Kaley - Bridgeville, PA

“Jeanne and Linda,Sandy was a best friend to me and many..He had a kind word for every one at every corner. In our trips to Chicago,walking he would...Read More »
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23 of 40 | Posted by: Robert Paslowski - Pittsburgh, PA

“TIME WILL EASE THE HURTThe sadness of the present days is looked and set in timeAnd moving to the future is a slow and painful climbBut all the...Read More »
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24 of 40 | Posted by: Don, Carol and Larry May - PA

“Dear Jeannie and Linda....There really are so few that experienced the love from a husband and father that you did with Sandy and really his love for...Read More »
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26 of 40 | Posted by: Frannie Stone - McDonald, PA

“Linda and Jeanne, I am so sorry for your loss. Sandy was very special to us and we will greatly miss him. He was a ray of bright sunshine every...Read More »
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29 of 40 | Posted by: Melissa Schwarzmeier - Friend

“I've known Sandy for many years from the gym. He was one of the most kindest, gentlest people I've ever known. His love for his family and kindness...Read More »
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30 of 40 | Posted by: Sue Luchini - Pittsburgh

“Sandy was a great man. he was like a second father to me. I met him in Chicago where his daughter worked. His kindness brought me happiness. I am...Read More »
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31 of 40 | Posted by: Eligio Hernandez - chicago, IL

“His smile didn't even scratch the surface of how great of a soul he was. Always would stop and chat with you, And the kindness he shared was top...Read More »
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32 of 40 | Posted by: John

“Jeanne and Linda, We are very sorry for your loss beloved husband and father. Sandy was a great gentleman that we met in few times. May God bless you...Read More »
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33 of 40 | Posted by: Angela Cristina - Pittsburgh, PA

“I have known Sandy for many years. Such a great man. Even did our deliveries at CVS for a period of time. He will be missed. My sympathy to all....Read More »
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34 of 40 | Posted by: Laura Longo - Carnegie, PA

“Was there ever a man that could just enter a church, restaurant, or a gym, and people would smile.....just smile. That's what you had Sandy, the...Read More »
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35 of 40 | Posted by: Bob m.

“Sandy was a true example of faith in Christ. We were blessed to have known him. Our love and prayers are with you.Debby and Tommy McGrogan
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36 of 40 | Posted by: A friend

“I'm so sorry for your loss, Jeanne and Linda. Sandy was an incredibly nice guy, so devoted to and proud of his family. His funny comments and sound...Read More »
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37 of 40 | Posted by: Mimi Cannon

“Sandy was the best of the best. Led the world in kindness, smiles, and friendship. We never met a person that could have anything but wonderful...Read More »
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38 of 40 | Posted by: Tom and Carol Welch - PA

“How truly sad this day was to learn of Sandy passing. I knew him for about 10 years from the gyms. He was the kindest, friendliest person I knew....Read More »
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39 of 40 | Posted by: Sheryl and Fred Branovan - PA

“Sandy, Since our days in the army thorugh good times and sad times, you were there as a friend and inspiration. I now have two angels to watch over...Read More »
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40 of 40 | Posted by: Raymond Dombrosky - Pittsburgh, PA

Age 73, of Carnegie, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Cherished husband of 47 years of Jeanne (Lubic) Phillips; dad and best friend of Linda N. Phillips and the late Mark Aaron Phillips; loving "brother" of Eugene and Linda Frediani, Gregory and Debbie Lubic, George "GK" and Regina Lubic, Gary and Sue Lubic, Robert and Melissa Lubic; uncle of Chris Llubic, Lauren and Kevin Kotar, Anthony G. Lubic and Makayla Lubic; great-uncle of Alec and Colin Kotar; best Bud of Valentino. Sandy attended Mass daily and was an usher for many years.

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Memories & Candles

Sandy was my mother's cousin, and they were close growing up. I'm not sure if that makes Sandy my uncle or not, we simply called him Sandy. What I'm sure of is he was always there for my mother and our family in good times and bad. He was very supportive and someone I looked up to. Being related to Sandy gave me pride and confidence. He was a role model that I someday hoped to emulate. That it setting

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Sandy was my mother's cousin, and they were close growing up. I'm not sure if that makes Sandy my uncle or not, we simply called him Sandy. What I'm sure of is he was always there for my mother and our family in good times and bad. He was very supportive and someone I looked up to. Being related to Sandy gave me pride and confidence. He was a role model that I someday hoped to emulate. That it setting the bar high if you knew Sandy. I remember spending time with Sandy, Jeanne, Linda, and Mark just after I lost my father as a teenager. They are a wonderful family. That time with Sandy and his family inspired me to someday have a family life like his of my own. Jeanne and Linda, you have my condolences. Sandy was a wonderful person and I know he is with Mark, and his mother and father. He will be missed dearly but he will always be with you in spirit and in your hearts.

Posted by: Kenneth Naccarato - Richmond, VA May 31, 2017

Genie,What a shock when Sue called to tell me George had passed away. What a perfectly beautiful person he was and such a terrific salesman.I had the good judgment to bring him into Stanley but you had the great judgement to marry him and spend many wonderful years together.So many memories that's what we have left memories. God bless.

Posted by: Victor Joliat - Allentown, PA May 29, 2017

My nick name for Sandy was "The Mayor" because he was always engaged in conversation with someone when I would see him at the gym. And I would jokingly ask him "is there anyone you don't know?" Talking with Sandy was always a tremendous pleasure. Whether it was about his pilgrimage trips to Medjugorje, or about relationships, happenings in the world, or just plain life in general. I was shocked to hear that such a vibrant individual contracted such illness,

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My nick name for Sandy was "The Mayor" because he was always engaged in conversation with someone when I would see him at the gym. And I would jokingly ask him "is there anyone you don't know?" Talking with Sandy was always a tremendous pleasure. Whether it was about his pilgrimage trips to Medjugorje, or about relationships, happenings in the world, or just plain life in general. I was shocked to hear that such a vibrant individual contracted such illness, and now I am sullen over his departure. Going to LA Fitness now will never be the same. Sandy, you always made me feel better when I was down in the dumps about something absurd or uncontrollable. Positive, strong, and always glad to see you. That was Sandy. Truly someone I will never forget. You are with our Lord, our Lady, and your boy now. May you find peace in heaven.

Posted by: VINCE PONZIO - Mt.Lebanon, PA May 29, 2017

Sandy will be missed! I loved hearing him speak about the Blessed Mother and seeing him at mass or at Starbucks. I always knew that my intentions were in good hands when I asked Sandy to say a prayer for me. I am blessed to have known him.

Posted by: Andrea Jackson - Carnegie, PA - Friend May 27, 2017

I new Sandy from local Starbucks over a cup of coffee and a positive conversation just reading all his messages it would be everybody's dream to walk in his footsteps.

Posted by: A friend May 27, 2017

Dear Jeannie & Linda,

We are so sorry to hear of Sandy's death. I always enjoyed our conversations we had while I was out walking. You had our sincere sympathy.

Posted by: Bob & Linda Kelley - Pittsburgh, PA May 27, 2017

Dear Jeannie & Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about Sandy's passing, he was truly a kind gentle man. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Just remember he has gone home to be with Mark, so he is in a good place. I hope all the good memories can put a smile on your face in this time of sorrow. Love You Both - Bev & Gary

Posted by: Bev & Gary Hallas - West Elizabeth, PA May 26, 2017

A beautiful angel has left this earth, but because he lived here, it is a much better place. By his example, his spirituality and his kindness he has made all of us just a little better. Love and blessings to you Jeanie and Linda and the entire family.

Jeannie and Linda - our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. I have known George since 1974, and he was truly a unique person, both personally and professionally. May the Lord's peace be with you

Posted by: Layton Dodson - Fogelsville, PA May 26, 2017

A beautiful angel has left this earth, but because he lived here, it is a much better place. By his example, his spirituality and his kindness, he has made us all just a little better. Love and blessings to you Jeannie and Linda and the entire family.